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Day Trip to Tambaba & Coqueirinho Beaches
Come with us and enjoy a relaxing day trip to the coast of João Pessoa. We'll explore the stunning Tambaba, and Coqueirinho Beaches.
8 h 30 min
from US$ 26
Short answer
In December, João Pessoa averages highs of 30.9 °C (88 °F) and lows of 25.2 °C (77 °F), with about 36.6 mm of rain spread over roughly 5 days. December is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Temperature
30.9 / 25.2 °C
high / low
Rain
36.6 mm
5 days
Daylight
12h32
sunset at 17:31
Crowds
High
1 public holiday
What to expect in João Pessoa in December
Editor's tip
December finds João Pessoa in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 30.9 °C (88 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. It is one of the busiest times of the year: the destination fills up, rates go up and the best hotels sell out early. Book ahead or choose weekdays. It also rains very little: this is one of the driest months of the year, good for anyone who wants an outdoor itinerary. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting International Classical Music Festival (Festival Internacional de Música Clássica) or New Year's Eve in João Pessoa into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.
Myllena Vieira · Editor at VisiteCrowds
Crowd level: high
December is high season: the destination fills up, the most popular attractions have lines, and it pays to book ahead.
Prices
Rates: high · ~R$ 399
High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in João Pessoa is around R$ 399 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
Tours and tickets
Things to do in João Pessoa in December
Where to stay
Hotels in João Pessoa
December is high season in João Pessoa: the best hotels fill up and rates rise as the date approaches. It is best to lock in your room as soon as the trip is decided.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
What happens in December
International Classical Music Festival (Festival Internacional de Música Clássica)
Free concerts in historic churches and landmarks spread classical music across the city.
New Year's Eve in João Pessoa
New Year's Eve is celebrated on the Tambaú and Cabo Branco beaches, with concerts and fireworks by the sea.
Public holidays in December: Christmas (25/12). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.
What to pack in December
Light clothing and a cap · highs of 30.9 °C (88 °F) Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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